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Overview

A walk along the old railway line from Brancepth towards Willington, and then across fields to the River Wear, along the river and back up to Brancepeth

Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Mainly good footpaths and quiet roads, though the section along the river may be muddy.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 21958 38209
Nearest postcode:
DH7 8DL
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Start time:
10:30 am

Brancepeth former station car park

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